Field Scale Technician — Install, Calibrate & Repair

Fairbanks Scales; Chester Heights (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + benefits

After-hours premiums

Training & growth

Varied projects

Independence at work

Job summary

Fairbanks Scales, a historic provider of weighing equipment, seeks a Scale Technician to install, calibrate, and repair scales from bench to truck systems. You will document actions, interact with customers, and ensure accuracy and safety on every job.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (technical cert a plus), 1–2 years in maintenance or related fields, and a clean driving record with ability to obtain a Class B CDL. Some after-hours work and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate or 2-year degree a plus.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• 1–2 years of maintenance, mechanical, industrial, electrical, or related field preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and work with teammates, sales managers, and customers to get the job done safely and accurately.
• Clean driving record and ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL (interstate).
• Flexibility to work beyond a Monday–Friday schedule; some weekends may be required.
• Above all, a safety mindset and willingness to speak up to protect self and others.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, service, and repair various scales and weighing systems.
• Document calibration and repair actions with inspection checklists and forms.
• Provide excellent service while interacting with customers and teammates.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Problem solving

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certificate / 2-year degree

Job description

Fairbanks Scales, a historic provider of weighing equipment, seeks a Scale Technician to install, calibrate, and repair scales from bench to truck systems. You will document actions, interact with customers, and ensure accuracy and safety on every job.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (technical cert a plus), 1–2 years in maintenance or related fields, and a clean driving record with ability to obtain a Class B CDL. Some after-hours work and travel may be required.